Kenyan relatives of Barack Obama celebrate his victory in Nyangoma Kogelo villageNovember 05, 2008, 07:15
Sarah KimaniKenyans have broken out in celebrations and dance following the
declaration of Barak Obama as the first black and the 44th US
president.
Earlier hundreds of Kenyan villagers gathered at Kogole Village,
Obama's ancestral home, to hold a prayer vigil for his success in
today's US polls. Obama's father came from Kogole village. The nearest
major town, Kisumu, is also firmly behind Obama.
Residents said Obama's victory was sure and plans were underway for
victory parties. Barack Obama's step grandmother, Sarah Hussein and
close family members were among those attending the prayer session.